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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Board for Professional Soil Scientists, Wetland Professionals, and Geologists (under DPOR) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your soil scientist (css/pss) license from District of Columbia to Virginia
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Board for Professional Soil Scientists, Wetland Professionals, and Geologists (under DPOR) to verify.
| Requirement | District of Columbia (DC) | Virginia (VA) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $0 (no DC state application); license fee: $0 (no DC state license fee); total initial fees: $0; confidence: high; sources: https://www.soils.org/certifications/become-certified | application fee: $110; license fee: $260; total initial fees: $370; confidence: high; sources: https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/SSWPG; https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title54.1/chapter22/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: N/A; CE hours: 0; Fee: $0 | Period: 1 year (annual renewal with 8 CE contact hours required); CE hours: 8; Fee: $0 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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